Some things are going to be equal and everyone should get the same amount, and other times things will be different and yet still fair. Sometimes though fairness is determined by factors that we have a certain amount of control over. If we are attempting to be a part of a team and there are …
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We have all heard it and all of us have said it and some time in our life. “The words almost always precede an argument or fight amongst siblings or even friends. They are, “THAT’S NOT FAIR.” When it is a young child saying those words it is usually about someone getting more than them …
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Each month we define and discuss a word of character development with all of our students. This month the word is Fairness and will be defined this way. Young students: Fairness means: We all get what we need and deserve Older students: Fairness means: Treating others according to what’s needed, deserved, and appropriate. Here are the …
Fairness is something that we talk about throughout our lives. When we are young it is about someone taking a toy or doesn’t let us play or not getting the same size piece of cake. When we get older it may be about tests, sports, chores and privileges at home. With us adults we talk …
Young students Fairness means: “We play by the rules, show we care, do our part and get our share. Older students, teens, adults: Fairness means: Treating others according to what’s deserved, appropriate, and needed.
It is a sign of self-reliance when you are trying something new. It is also a sign that your confidence is growing, you are willing to try a new skill, not knowing if you will get it or make a mistake or if it will work or fail. Your confidence in your ability to figure …
